Things To Do

Our Favorite Spots

    Iceberg Lake Trail – It’s a long one (plan for a full day), but the scenery is incredible and 100% worth the effort.     •    Logan Pass – Stop here for photos—you’ll feel like you’re on top of the world. mountain goats 🐐 are often hanging around. Also Avalanche Lake is at the start of the park and is a pretty simple hike!     •    Flathead Cherry Stands – If you see roadside cherry stands in season, don’t pass them up.     •    Huckleberry Treats

Adventurers

 Drive the Going-to-the-Sun Road – A bucket-list mountain drive with views so stunning you’ll want to stop every five minutes.     •    Hike the Trails – Try Avalanche Lake (waterfalls + turquoise waters), Trail of the Cedars (an easy walk through giant trees), or Hidden Lake Overlook (alpine meadows with mountain goats as your trail buddies).     •    Whitewater Rafting – Ride the rapids on the Middle Fork of the Flathead River with a local guide. Paddle Ridge offers whitewater rafting for wedding guests! - please email nburton@glacierraftco.com for group discount rates for wedding guests

Water Lovers

 Scenic Float Trips – Gentle rafting if “relax and float” is more your speed.     •    Kayak or Paddleboard – Lake McDonald or Hungry Horse Reservoir are gorgeous spots to paddle.     •    Sunset at Lake McDonald – Watch the mountains light up in shades of pink and gold.

Nature Curious

 Wildlife Watching – Keep an eye out for deer, mountain goats, and maybe even a bear.     

Foodies

Huckleberry Everything – Pie, ice cream, cocktails… it’s Montana’s favorite berry, and you’ll find it everywhere.     •    Belton Chalet – A historic stop for dinner or a cozy cocktail. (This is also a great place to stay!)     •    West Glacier Village – Grab an ice cream cone and wander through the little shops by the train tracks.

Coffee Shops

There are a few coffee spots near West Glacier, including Beargrass Café and Railway Café, for a quick stop before heading into the park. Our favorite is Copper Mountain Coffee, about 15 minutes from Paddle Ridge

Day Trips

Whitefish (30 min) – A mountain town with great shops, breweries, and lake views.     •    Bigfork (1 hr) – An artsy little town on the shore of Flathead Lake.     •    Missoula (2.5 hrs) – Our hometown, full of good food, craft beer, and river vibes.

Paddle & Boat Rentals

We know some of you will want to get out on the water, try a guided adventure, or just explore with a little extra help. Here are some trusted local spots to check out:

Glacier Outfitters

Kayak and paddleboard rentals right in Apgar Village on Lake McDonald. This is in the national park!

Flathead Outdoors

Paddleboards and kayaks available just steps from the water at Apgar.

Glacier Park Boat Company

Classic boat rentals (rowboats, kayaks, paddleboards) at Lake McDonald.

Glacier Clear Water

Clear-bottom kayaks for a unique view of the water. Based in Hungry Horse.

Glacier Water Rentals

Wide selection of rafts, tubes, pontoons, kayaks, and paddleboards.

Guided Tours & Adventures

Swan Mountain Outfitters

Horseback trail rides inside Glacier (Apgar, Lake McDonald, Many Glacier). I have been horsing back riding here and it was great! Highly recommend

Glacier Guides & Montana Raft

Whitewater rafting, scenic floats, guided hikes, and equipment rentals. A great one-stop shop.